Green Packaging in Logistics: A Review of Foreign Studies and Its Impact

Title: Green Packaging in Logistics: A Review of Foreign Studies and Its Impact

Abstract:

In recent years, green packaging has become a hot topic in logistics due to the increasing environmental concerns and the need for sustainable development. This paper aims to review foreign studies on green packaging in logistics and discusses its significance and challenges.

The paper first introduces the concept of green packaging and its importance in logistics. Then, it summarizes the different types of green packaging materials and technologies, including biodegradable materials, recycled materials, and renewable energy technologies. The paper also presents various environmental benefits of green packaging, such as reducing carbon footprint and waste, as well as economic benefits, such as cost savings and improved brand image.

The paper highlights the challenges and limitations of green packaging in logistics, such as the high cost of green materials and technologies, the lack of standardization and certification, and the difficulty in balancing environmental and economic objectives. To overcome these challenges, the paper suggests some strategies for promoting green packaging in logistics, such as government regulations, industry standards, and consumer education.

Overall, the paper concludes that green packaging is a critical component of sustainable logistics, which can help reduce the negative environmental impact of logistics operations and create economic benefits. However, to realize the full potential of green packaging, more research and collaboration among stakeholders are needed.

Keywords: Green packaging, Logistics, Sustainable development, Biodegradable materials, Recycled materials, Renewable energy technologies.